Lead Substation Protection and Control Engineer
Company: Leidos
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you ready for your next career challenge? We are in search
of a Lead Substation Protection and Control Engineer to join our
diverse and fast-paced Substation Engineering organization. As a
future leader of our substation protection and control group at
Leidos, we are committed to fostering a work environment that
supports your personal growth by focusing on your career objectives
and your personal well-being to achieve a successful work-life
balance. You will interact with other electric utility disciplines,
playing a valuable part in leading and designing high voltage
utility substation projects. Our recognition as an industry leader
is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering
News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms,
and Top 10 Power Firms. REMOTE or HYBRID options available in
Charlotte, NC office for Applicants. *Candidates must be located in
the United States or able to relocate to the United States. As a
Lead Substation Engineer, you will have the opportunity to
demonstrate your ability to: Act as a key contributor to the
development substation protection and control design projects Lead,
mentor and grow a diverse team of engineers, designers, and
drafters Take complete ownership of each project, to include
management of financials, resources, and design Liaison, lead,
coordinate, and collaborate with external clients Continually
improve and maximize quality Effectively and professionally
communicate with our clients Contribute to the definition of design
scope, philosophies, design methodologies Are you ready to make an
impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career;
share your resume with us today! In this role, you can expect to
grow by: Participating in leadership training Career advancement
and leadership opportunities Attending technical training intended
to expand your skills Working at company that supports your journey
to obtain and maintain your P.E. license Receiving exposure to
projects ranging from distribution to transmission level voltages
What you will bring to the table: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical
Engineering or other related degree Eight (8) plus years of direct
experience in substation Protection and control design Ability to
lead substation design projects by aligning engineering execution
with program management It would be nice if you had: Registered
Professional Engineer (P.E) license Master’s degree in related
field Experience leading a project team Some experience in
substation physical design Field testing/commissioning experience
WHAT WE DO Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions
provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery
Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise,
as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned
utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a
growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and
private developers. In addition to providing engineering and
project management services, Leidos works with an established group
of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful
Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is
confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering
News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms,
and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more, click here ! At
Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our
diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’
success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and
operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to
do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our
community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do
business. We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and
the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your
future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and
continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project
management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent
certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s
toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that
recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as
competitive compensation and benefits . We believe that diversity
and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun
and make a difference. PDSSUBSTATION PowerDelivery At Leidos, we
don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it
down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless,
the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the
dust settles on “what’s now.” If you’re already scheming step 20
while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit
right in. Original Posting: January 12, 2026 For U.S. Positions:
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably
anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least
3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days
after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay
Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 The Leidos pay range for this job
level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of
compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending
an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the
job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as
well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable
bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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